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An unforgetable journey

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the fascinating landscapes of Mount Etna , Europe’s highest active volcano . Witness the power of nature with our experienced guides , while maintaining the utmost safety and enjoyment .

The only guide authorized and certified by Lonely Planet and Tripadvisor.

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Your guide Ernesto

Ernesto, beyond being a Tripadvisor and Lonely Planet certified hiking guide , is a passionate enthusiast of Mount Etna and hiking, with a degree in agronomy.

He is a magnetic yet private individual , a sensitive observer and attentive listener , making him a reliable choice for mountain adventures.

His extensive knowledge of Mount Etna , his readiness to manage weather conditions, and his contagious enthusiasm for the mountains make him unique.

Ernesto invites you to disconnect from daily hustles , fully immersing yourself in the wonders of nature .

With him, you will experience a unique journey, breathing fresh air and discovering a new perspective .

Are you ready for the adventure of your life?

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Pricing and inclusions.

At only €65 €59 per person , our tour package includes all necessary equipment such as trekking shoes, poles, helmets, and anoraks , ensuring your safety and comfort during the excursion. Additionally, our offer includes insurance coverage and guidance from certified and knowledgeable guides .

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Price and Inclusions

The cost of the tour is €65 €59 per person, which includes all necessary equipment to ensure your safety and comfort during the excursion.

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Food & Drinks

We will make a special stop at a charming village, where you can purchase some local delicacies to enjoy during the rest of the adventure.

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What to Wear

During the cold season, it is recommended to dress in layers to stay warm. We advise to add a windbreaker for protection, and carry extra socks for unforeseen situations.

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Meeting Points

We have three convenient meeting points: Piazza Stesicoro, 31 - Piazza Sant'Alfio, Trecastagni - Bar Crateri Silvestri, Nicolosi.

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Etna Trekking Tour

A challenging hike above the clouds to the rim of the valley “Valle del Bove” at 2300 m altitude, from where we enjoy a breathtaking panorama. We experience:

  • View directly onto the summit craters
  • Huge valley Valle del Bove

Serracozzo Grotto

  • Enchanting birch forest

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9 am - 15 pm

Max. 10 persons.

  • Meeting point at Etna
  • incl. breakfast
  • incl. equipment

* Children under 13 years pay 10€ less! Children under 3 years free of charge!

Etna Trekking Tour incl. transfer

  • Pick-up & return transport in the Catania / Taormina area

We discover some endemic plants on our trekking tour like the Etna birch tree

Varied ascent

The meeting point is at the Rifugio Citelli, located in an old, extinct crater. We begin the climb through a forest of Etna birch trees, an endemic species found nowhere else.

The trail climbs steadily over ancient lava flows until we leave the tree line behind us.

Discover one of the most beautiful lava tunnels of Etna: the Serracozzo Grotto!

190 lava tunnels are scattered across Mount Etna. During our ascent, we visit one of the most beautiful: the Serracozzo Grotto, formed during the 1971 eruption.

Inside we discover beautiful formations similar to stalactites, called “dog’s teeth”.

On the trekking tour we look from the coast over the Valle del Bove to the huge summit craters

Majestic summit craters

Arriving at the edge of the Valle del Bove valley, we look directly at the summit craters:

The Northeast Crater was the highest point of Etna for 50 years until it was overtaken by the Southeast Crater in 2021.

The south-eastern crater, currently about 3350 metres high, was only formed in 1971 and has become Etna’s highest point in just 50 years.

The Valle del Bove: a huge indentation on the eastern side of Etna, created by the collapse of the former summit

View over the Valle del Bove

We walk along the edge of the Valle del Bove, looking out over this huge semicircular valley on the eastern side of Mount Etna. 37km 2 lie before us, covered with lava flows that have completely covered the once lush, green valley over the last 50 years.

Monte Frumento delle Concazze is the largest lateral crater of Mount Etna

Lateral craters

The descent is through the soft lava sand, on which you can run down as if on snow.

We visit the craters of the 1928 eruption, the last eruption of Etna that destroyed a town, Mascali. And we admire the largest lateral crater: Monte Frumento delle Concazze.

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A view of the summit of Mount Etna

Etna Summit tour

  • Tour last 8 hours
  • Pay the day of the tour
  • Caple car ticket or Unimog included
  • Shoes and walking pooles

Mount etna summit and crater trek

This full-day  Etna Summit Hike  will take you to an altitude of 3320 meters (10300 ft.) to admire the most fantastic view that Sicily can offer. Along with the excursion, we get onboard of Etna cable car, we enjoy an off-road Unimog Jeep tour, and we are going to walk for a total of six hours, crossing some of the most suggestive trekking trails of the volcano. Get ready to experience the thrill of looking at the vertical walls of the Etna  summit craters plunging and disappearing into the depth of the planet, to hear the rumbling of the explosions, and the look at the emissions of gasses. This guided trekking tour to the summit area is the ultimate Mount Etna tour. The price of the trip includes Transport, tickets for the Cableway and the Unimog Jeep. We provide trekking shoes and walking poles. 

Escursion Details

Our guided tour to the Mt. Etna summit craters starts at 7:30 a.m. One of our guides will pick you up at your hotel, in Taormina, Catania, or surrounding towns. Once at Rifugio Sapienza (Nicolosi) on the south side of Mount Etna, using the cableway and an off-road 4x4 vehicle,  We will reach our trek's starting point at an altitude of 3000 meters. We will climb to the top of the volcano with a three hours walk. Once at the summit, there will be time to enjoy the spectacular view of the sea, the Aeolian island, and most of Sicily's island. The excursion path on the way back passes by some popular landmarks like the Barbagallo craters and the Bove Valley. Our tours to the summit of Etna are scheduled to finish around four p.m.

The price includes transport, cable car, boots and walking poles.

Useful Information

Departure 7:30

Return 4 p.m.

Trail 8/16 km.

Hike 6 hours

Transport included

Questions and Answers

Will we get on board of the cable car.

Mount Etna is an active volcano and if the south side trail is unaccessible we will climb to the summit from the north side, this means we won't board the cable car. The aim of this tour is to reach the summit of Mount Etna not to get on board of the cable car.

How Should I Dress?

At any time of the year you must wear long trousers. Always bring a sweatshirt or jacket. Between. We will provide you with shoes and poles

Are there restrictions?

Yes, heart patients and asthmatics cannot take part in this excursion.

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Mt. Etna Hiking Full Day Tour

Excursion information.

Hiking up Mt Etna tour from Catania

Start . One of Etna Experience’s expert naturalistic guides will pick you up at 8:30 a.m. from your hotel in Catania or from an agreed meeting point, to take you aboard one of our 8-seater vehicles (jeep or minivan).

Trekking . Hours of fascinating trekking around the most interesting places on the North-East side of Etna, scene of the last impressive eruption: Piano Provenzana .

Lunch . There will be another break for a tasty and natural “packed lunch” offered by Etna Experience

Wild nature . Different naturalistic routs with a scheduled circumnavigation of a button-like row of craters, lava-flowing caves and native plants. The tour is also designed for trekking and nature lovers, in good health conditions. Pauses are planned during the hike and this walk is smoother due to the very few obstacles.

Explore the lava caves of Etna . In the afternoon, you will visit a volcanic cave using the equipment provided (helmets and torches) to safely explore it. Our expert guide will introduce you, with some basic information on speleology, to the fascintating phenomena often related to eruptions.

Come back . The Mt Etna Full Day Tour will finish at 5:30/6:00 p.m., when you will come back to Catania.

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From April 1st to June 30th:

• € 89 for adults; • € 79 for students up to 24 years; • not available for children 0-12 years.

From July 1st to September 15th:

• € 94 for adults; SUPER SUMMER PROMO: Adults fee 89€ !! • € 79 for students up to 24 years; • not available for children 0-12 years.

From September 16th to October 30th:

From November 1st to March 31st:

• € 75 for adults; • € 65 for students up to 24 years; • not available for children 0-12 years.

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Mount Etna Tours

We organize mount etna tours from taormina and surroundings, but also from any other sicilian location on demand..

Get ready for some exciting adventures, with Mount Etna Tours you will discover the highest active volcano of Europe and it’s breathless natural sights! With Continente Sicilia, you will be guided exclusively by official private guides.

Etna Sunset

This tour is available exclusively during summer seasons, when temperatures are particularly hot during the day

Etna Morning

This Etna morning tour is available all year, a classic excursion on Mount Etna. You will be guided into a short walk...

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During Winter, Etna covers up it self with a white dress and excursions on Etna are a totally new experience

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Etna south excursion is, among all excursions, the most traditional and popular.

Etna Excursion North

Thanks to it's long exposure to sun, Etna north  is the greenest and most blooming slope of Etna

Etna & Alcantara Gorges

Visit the most suggestive sights of the volcano and the amazing Alcantara Valley.

Etna Wine Tour

The Etna Wine Tour, offers you the opportunity to discover all about Etna's Wine

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Etna 3000 meters is one of the most exciting experience to be done on Etna.  Look, hear, feel, breathe Etna

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Mount Etna has been our specialty since 1999. The volcano area can be packed with tourists, we can help you avoid those areas because we really know the whole Mt. Etna area.

In 1999 I arrived from Palermo on the East Coast of Sicily and saw my first eruption. It was Aug 26th. UNFORGETTABLE! All experiences since that day have been the same. To see one of these most exciting natural events always stirs the emotions. It is AWESOME!!!

Mount Etna is one of the most active volcanos worldwide, but she is not always erupting. Therefore if you’d like to see an eruption, keep your fingers crossed. If that dosen’t work, she will be unforgettable even without molten lava!

Remember that we are glad to guide you during your visit in Sicily, not only on Mount Etna. Feel free to ask about any other Sicilian destinations as well.

Continente Sicilia provides exclusively official private guides, in order to provide always the best Etna experience you could ever imagine!

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The Essential Guide to Hiking Mount Etna, Sicily

2A68E6E Tourists hiking through the volcanic landscape of The Craters Silvestri of Mount Etna (Volcano), Sicily, Italy. 8/3/2019.

Almost constantly erupting, Mount Etna is as thrilling a visit as it is picturesque. If you want to get up close to this stratovolcano, which constantly spews lava as it looms above nearby Catania, here’s your itinerary for hiking near the beastly mountain of Sicily , Italy.

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Step 1 – Preparation

Whether you’ve decided to join a tour group on a well-framed journey or elected to embark on an adventure all your own, you’ll need the essentials first. Even in the summer months, Mount Etna can remain snow. Be sure to bring a few warm layers, in case a sudden drop in temperature takes hold as you scale the slopes.

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Although the temperature may vary, the sun is almost always shining bright, so remember to bring along plenty of water to keep you hydrated.

Be sure to have appropriate, reliable footwear for the mountain trails. Whether you’re treading through snow, carefully walking upon spongy lava pebbles, or balancing alongside barren craters, you must have dependable boots to carry you on your way.

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Step 2 – Select Your Route

Before commencing your hike, make sure to research which trail or area of the mountain best suits your skills. Local maps will detail differing paths and trails, and may guide you to discovering caves, ravines and summits along the course of the hike.

There are two popular areas to know of when beginning on your expedition. On the southern side of Etna, reachable by public transport, you’ll find Refugio Sapienza . From there, ascend the volcano by cable car and find a myriad of hikes.

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In the northern region of the mountain, passing through the small town of Linguaglossa, you’ll be able to access dozens of sleeping craters, incredible vistas of the frozen pour of lava from hundreds of years ago, and the steaming mouth of Etna’s tireless peak. These treks can be challenging, with steep climbs and changing altitude, but are well worth the effort.

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Step 3 – Bring a Camera

No matter where you find your feet on the hiking trails, don’t forget to take a few moments to absorb the natural grandeur that you’ll be surrounded by. Document your voyage into the unspoiled mountains, capture the sprawling lava spills and eruptions, and seize the eerie majesty of the network of caves.

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If you’re opting for a guided tour, there are numerous local and organised groups with different packages on offer. You can choose between morning and afternoon tours, half- or full-day expeditions, and even multiple-day ventures.

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A lot of these tours combine a native Sicilian lunch, visits to wineries or honey manufacturers, and treks through ashy wonderlands and caves. They’re rich with education on the volcano and the energetic past there.

No matter which method of visiting this incredible site you choose, hiking Etna is a challenging and engaging way to spend a day in Sicily.

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Mount Etna in Sicily is one of the most active volcanoes in Europe and a must-visit site for nature and adventure enthusiasts. With its frequent eruptions and lunar landscapes, you're in for an exciting experience!

What to Do at Mount Etna?

  • Cable Car Ride : Take the cable car from Rifugio Sapienza to higher altitudes for stunning panoramic views and easier access to the craters.
  • Hike : Explore Mount Etna's craters and experience the unique landscape at one of the world's most active volcanoes.
  • Visit the volcano's visitor centres to learn more about its activity and geological history.

An Impressive Natural Spectacle

Mount Etna offers an incredible view of lava flows and the impressive craters created by historic eruptions. Enjoy the majestic landscapes that constantly change due to volcanic activity. Photography enthusiasts will find exceptional opportunities to capture images of this ever-changing volcano.

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